Educational Interpreter

Position Type: Classified - Interpreter/ Educational Interpreter

Date Posted: 7/24/2024

Location: EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN

EDUCATIONAL INTERPRETER

Fair Labor Standards Act Classification:
Non-Exempt

Position Term: 10 month

Classification:
Continuing

Time Basis:
Full-Time

Benefits:
Full

Starting Salary:
Based on Qualifications and Experience - See Below

Refer to Salary Schedule for Interpreters

GCS Salary Schedules

Must be Proficient in Sign Language (Upload transcripts and EIPA scores to Application)

Educational Interpreters must annually complete 20 hours of training related to interpreting approved by the local education agency. Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the state of North Carolina. Must maintain a safe driving record.

Grade 6410I - Educational Interpreter I must have a minimum Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) score of a 3.3 for educational interpreters or a TECUnit score of a level 2 for cued language transl iterators. To maintain employment, the educational interpreter/transl iterator must meet the requirements for Educational Interpreter II within three years of employment. Educational Interpreter I is an entry level classification.

Starting Salary: $19.06 per hour.

Grade 6610I - Educational Interpreter II must have an EIPA score of a 3.5 for educational interpreters or a TECUnit score of a level 3 for cued language transl iterators and a minimum of three years of experience in the educational setting. An EIPA score of 3.5 is the new minimum standard requirement. Starting Salary: $20.51 per hour.

Grade 6810I - Educational Interpreter III must have an EIPA score of a 4.0, a cued language transl iterator must have a TECUnit score of a level 3, or either may hold a national certification. Five years of experience in the educational setting is also required. Starting Salary: $22.19 per hour.